Gaydon

Settlement in Warwickshire Stratford-on-Avon

England

Gaydon

Wade Lane, Lighthorne Heath The British Motor Museum is on the right behind the trees.
Wade Lane, Lighthorne Heath Credit: David Howard

Gaydon is a small village located in the county of Warwickshire, in the West Midlands region of England. Situated approximately 10 miles southeast of the town of Warwick, Gaydon is nestled in a rural setting characterized by picturesque countryside and rolling hills.

The village is predominantly known for being the home of the British Motor Museum, which houses the largest collection of historic British cars in the world. The museum showcases over 300 vehicles spanning more than a century of automotive history, including iconic brands like Jaguar, Aston Martin, and Rolls-Royce. The site also features numerous interactive exhibits and displays, making it a popular destination for automobile enthusiasts and tourists alike.

Aside from the motor museum, Gaydon has a small and close-knit community. The village itself is quaint and charming, with traditional stone buildings and a peaceful atmosphere. It offers a range of amenities including a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub, providing a sense of community for its residents.

Surrounded by the Warwickshire countryside, Gaydon offers excellent opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and exploring the nearby nature reserves. Its location also benefits from easy access to major transportation routes, with the M40 motorway located just a few miles away, making it convenient for commuters and visitors to explore the wider region.

In summary, Gaydon is a delightful village in Warwickshire, renowned for its world-class automobile museum and its tranquil rural setting. It offers a blend of history, natural beauty, and community spirit, making it an appealing destination for both enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Gaydon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.182426/-1.471341 or Grid Reference SP3653. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wade Lane, Lighthorne Heath The British Motor Museum is on the right behind the trees.
Wade Lane, Lighthorne Heath
The British Motor Museum is on the right behind the trees.
Small roundabout on Wade Lane, Lighthorne Heath
Small roundabout on Wade Lane, Lighthorne Heath
Chadshunt Cottages On Watery Lane.
Chadshunt Cottages
On Watery Lane.
Chadshunt Farmland Off Watery Lane.
Chadshunt Farmland
Off Watery Lane.
The British Motor Museum The British Motor Museum at Gaydon.
The British Motor Museum
The British Motor Museum at Gaydon.
Wade Lane near Swallowfields Farm
Wade Lane near Swallowfields Farm
Ditch along the edge of the churchyard, Chadshunt The churchyard is raised above the level of the neighbouring field and separated from it by a ditch.
Ditch along the edge of the churchyard, Chadshunt
The churchyard is raised above the level of the neighbouring field and separated from it by a ditch.
Track across a grass field, Chadshunt
Track across a grass field, Chadshunt
Remains of a medieval cross, Chadshunt Was once a substantial structure <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1019662?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1019662?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Remains of a medieval cross, Chadshunt
Was once a substantial structure LinkExternal link
Old driveway to Chadshunt House
Old driveway to Chadshunt House
The Malt Shovel, Gaydon
The Malt Shovel, Gaydon
Cottages, Church Walk, Gaydon
Cottages, Church Walk, Gaydon
Branch into Kineton Depot Seen from the B4100 (ex A41) bridge the freight branch reaches its destination.  Kineton MOD depot is seen in the distance.
Branch into Kineton Depot
Seen from the B4100 (ex A41) bridge the freight branch reaches its destination. Kineton MOD depot is seen in the distance.
Church of All Saints, Chadshunt. Interior looking west The nave is the accumulated work of the twelfth, fourteenth and fifteenth centuries <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1035627?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1035627?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Church of All Saints, Chadshunt. Interior looking west
The nave is the accumulated work of the twelfth, fourteenth and fifteenth centuries LinkExternal link
Church of All Saints, Chadshunt. Chancel interior Built about 1730 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1035627?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1035627?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Church of All Saints, Chadshunt. Chancel interior
Built about 1730 LinkExternal link
Churchyard path, Chadshunt
Churchyard path, Chadshunt
Gateway to Chadshunt House
Gateway to Chadshunt House
The Village Hall, Gaydon Dates from 1886.
The Village Hall, Gaydon
Dates from 1886.
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Gaydon is located at Grid Ref: SP3653 (Lat: 52.182426, Lng: -1.471341)

Administrative County: Warwickshire

District: Stratford-on-Avon

Police Authority: Warwickshire

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